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HS Anchor Down Weekly - May 18, 2026

Posted Date: 05/19/26 (01:17 PM)


⚓High School Anchor Down Weekly⚓

SPECIAL Last Week of School Edition!

May 18, 2026
Seniors

HS Planning Hub

This Week

  • Wednesday 5/20/26 - Vaccination & Free Physical Night from 3pm -5pm in the Norton Center.
  • 5/21/26 - Chromebooks and Chargers collection :  High School Chromebooks and Chargers will be collected this morning, so please be sure to bring your devices! We are currently showing many loaner chargers that still need to be turned in, so lease check your bedrooms, bookbags, lockers, vehicles, classrooms, and other locations for any chargers with a Danbury Local Schools sticker and send them in! Fees will be assigned if not turn-in.
  • 5/21/26 Last Day of School High School early release at 1pm

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Important Updates & Reminders

Class of 2026 Transcript Requesting information
Click this Link for important information on how to order transcripts for CCP Classes.

Wed. May 20 Vaccination & Free Physical Night
In collaboration with the Ottawa County Health Department, we will host a Vaccination & Free Physical Clinic on Wednesday, May 20 from 3:00–5:00 PM in the Norton Center.

This clinic will provide free physicals for all Danbury students. Families will also have the opportunity to obtain required immunizations for Kindergarten, 7th grade, and 12th grade.

Friendly reminder: At this time, all student-athletes must complete their annual concussion testing prior to the start of their 2026-2027 sports seasons with our athletic trainer - Lauren Redfern. Students can you their cell phone to complete this testing.

Required forms are listed below for families to complete in advance to bring to the clinic. Physical copies will also be available at the clinic; however, please note a parent/guardian must be present to provide a signature if completing forms onsite.

ATTENTION CURRENT JUNIORS – ACT SCORE UPDATE…
We just received the information below from ACT – please read over their statement regarding your Spring 2026 ACT State Testing scores!
 
Based on its continual evaluation of scores, ACT has informed us that it needs to reissue scores for students who took the ACT online during the school day this spring. If you are among those students, your current score will be removed from your MyACT account on Wednesday, May 13. When scores are available again (no later than June 2), your Composite score and section scores will remain the same OR go up slightly based on your individual performance. Your scores will NOT be lower than what was previously released. There is no action you need to take. ACT will post revised scores on MyACT and will be resending scores to your school. If you previously opted to send scores via ACT to a college, university, or scholarship-awarding organization, they, too, will be sent any updated scores. 
 
Students – if you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to ACT.
Phone: (319) 337-1270
 

Laker Look-Ahead

*New dates added
  • 5/26 - 8/31/26 Outdoor Track closed for renovations*
  • 5/29/26 Final Report Cards mailed home*
  • 8/18/26 Class list posted*
  • 8/25/26 Open House*
  • 9/1/26 First day of school*

Important End of Year Message from Nurse Holzaepful

Medication Reminder
Please pick up your child’s medication from the school nurse. For safety reasons, medications should not be sent to or from school with students. Any medications remaining after May 22, 2026 without prior arrangements will be disposed of.

To schedule pickup, contact Mrs. Allison Holzaepfel, MSN, RN at holzaepfela@danburyschools.org or by phone/text.

Looking Ahead to 2026–27
Per school policy, all medications must be in their original container and accompanied by a signed guardian form. Prescription medications also require a physician’s signature. Forms are available on the school website (RX and OTC)

Class of 2027
Congratulations on your student becoming a senior! It’s an exciting time and vaccinations are probably the last thing on your mind, but as the school nurse I need to communicate vaccine requirements for school. Incoming 12th graders need to have two doses of meningococcal vaccine (the first one was due in seventh grade) prior to entry, as required by Ohio state law. Documentation of this vaccination or an exemption is needed please.  

Vaccines are also available at FREE PHYSICAL night May 20th or make your appointments over the summer to avoid the rush in September. These vaccinations can be obtained at the Ottawa County Health Department 419-734-6800, at some primary care providers, and some pharmacies can give this vaccine too. I appreciate your effort in providing these documents to the high school office or school nurse. Please contact me if you have questions.

Thank you,
Mrs. Allison Holzaepfel MSN, RN

Around the District

Laker Families ⚓💙☀️

As we enter the final week of another outstanding school year, I want to take a moment to thank our students, staff, families, and community for the incredible support, partnership, and pride that make our district such a special place.

From our youngest PreK learners to the Class of 2026, this year has been filled with growth, achievement, and unforgettable memories. Our students have excelled in the classroom, on the stage, in the arts, through music and performances, in athletics and competitions, and in service and leadership throughout our schools and community. We have celebrated academic accomplishments, record-breaking performances, creative talents, meaningful milestones, and countless everyday moments that remind us what it means to be a Laker.

Most importantly, we have watched our students continue to grow into kind, resilient, hardworking young people who support one another and make us proud every single day.

Thank you to our families for trusting us with your children and for your continued encouragement and involvement throughout the year. Thank you to our community for always showing up to cheer on our students and support our schools. And thank you to our dedicated staff members whose passion, care, and commitment help create opportunities for students to learn, grow, and succeed.

As summer begins, I hope your family finds time to relax, recharge, and make lasting memories together. Enjoy every moment of this well-deserved break, celebrate all that was accomplished this year, and know that we are already excited for what lies ahead for our Lakers.

Thank you for being part of our Laker family. Have a safe, happy, and memorable summer — and as always, Go Lakers!

Ms. Cari Buehler
Superintendent

Laker Spring & Summer Camps & Clinics

GOLF YOUTH CAMPS
PYAL Summer Golf
📅 Varies - June - August
⛳ Boys and Girls in Grades 4–10 (School year 26-27)
📝Registration and $75 payment due by 5/21/26, copies sent home 5/11/26.
Fliers were sent home 5/8/26. Click here for form
📞Questions: Jeff Hatfield 216-906-0499

June 1-30: Summer Injury Prevention & Lifting Program

WHO: This is a 2-part training for all High School student-athletes (grades 9-12) with a goal of injury prevention, movement pattern integration, and lifting best practices. This program is not required, however it is highly suggested for our student athletes.
DAYS: Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays
BOYS TIME: 6:00-7:30am
GIRLS TIME: 7:30-9:00am

*All student-athletes must have a current/valid OHSAA physical to attend

June-August: Laker Strength & Movement 💪⚓

The votes are in! After listening to student feedback and votes, Danbury Health & Wellness has officially been rebranded as Laker Strength & Movement!

Designed for all students — not just athletes — this program focuses on lifting fundamentals, healthy movement, building confidence, training with friends, and having fun while becoming stronger and healthier Lakers.

WHO: Any Middle School student (Grades 7–8) or High School student (Grades 9–12) interested in lifting fundamentals, movement activities, and training in a supportive environment
DAYS:
  • June 1st - 17th - Mondays & Wednesdays @ 9:30am-10:30am 
  • June 18th - 26th - NO CLASS
  • June 29 - Aug 15th - Mondays & Wednesdays @ 9:30am-10:30am 
WHERE: Norton Athletic Center

*All students must have either a current/valid OHSAA physical or a parental signed waiver to participate.

Celebrating our Lakers

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Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

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SBC River Champions! 🏆

Congratulations to the varsity girls track team for winning the Sandusky Bay Conference-River Division Championship tonight at Huron Stadium. This is the first team championship for the Danbury Lakers since rejoining the SBC back in 2017. Great job ladies! #excellence
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Congratulations to our Lakers on bringing home conference titles and continuing an incredible season of success:
⭐ Viktoriya Skeans – 300m Hurdles (48.9)
⭐ Cali Wunder – Discus (102'11")
⭐ Taytum Benyak – Shot Put (36'9")
⭐ Jordan Ritz – High Jump (5'2")
We are so proud of your hard work, determination, and the way you represent Laker athletics. The standard keeps rising—and our Lakers keep meeting the moment!

May Croghan Colonial Bank Athletes of the Month

Help us celebrate Miranda Ertsenian and Logan Lucas for their nomination as Croghan Colonial Bank's Athletes of the Month for May! Your dedication and drive continue to raise the bar—Laker proud! #Excellence #Leadership

Community Connections

Job Opportunity!

  • Interested in a job with Kelleys Island Ferry. Click this link

  • We are excited to be re-opening the Marblehead Galley May 1st. We currently have job openings for bussers, hosts, kitchen help. Apply online @ Themarbleheadgalley@gmail.com

Teen Resiliency Camp

This summer because I said I would is hosting a Teen Resiliency overnight camp and a seperate day camp at Lakeside Chautauqua in Lakeside, Ohio.

  • Focused on resilency skills and mental health habits
  • For teens ages 14–17, 80-camper max!
  • Led by 5-time TEDx Talk Speaker, Alex Sheen
  • Workshops on topics like stress management, the 4 types of self control, goal-setting and much more!

Teen Overnight Camp: June 3-6, 2026
Teen Day Camp: June 8-10, 2026

Helpful Links

School Links:
School Tools:
  • ParentSquare - our District-wide communications platform, download the app for quick and easy comms!
  • Final Forms - our one-stop platform for student registration, forms and athletic forms
  • Schoology - Used in grades 4-12 for digital assignments, grades and general day-to-day communications. Click here to create your parent account.
  • ProgressBook - our official gradebook of record in grades K-12. Check here for an overview of current and past report card grades. Information here may be up to 1 week behind Schoology.
Community Links: